The University of Zagreb is the oldest university in Croatia. It is one of Europe`s most outstanding universities, well known for its academic expertise and tradition. It was established on September 23, 1669 by Leopold I, the Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, who declared that the status of University, with all accompanying privileges, be granted to the Jesuit Academy in the free and royal city of Zagreb. Today the University of Zagreb includes
29 faculties, three art academies and the University Centre for Croatian Studies.
The University School of Croatian Language and Culture is offered to persons of Croatian background, as well as to any students who want to learn (more) about the Croatian language and culture. In addition to the academic program, students visit museums, galleries, theater productions, concerts, see the sights of Zagreb, they meet famous artists and public personalities, take study trips, etc. The cultural program is organised by the Croatian Heritage Foundation and it is relevant to lessons and classwork.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
The academic program comprises of 110 hours. This includes 95 hours of obligatory classes and 15 hours of facultative classes (each session lasts 45 min.). Classes are scheduled Mondays to Fridays, five hours per day. Language classes include grammar lessons and language excercises, i.e. Croatian grammar is learned and practised, vocabulary expanded, communicative skills developed and all other language skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) improved. Additional classes (1-2 hours per day) will be held after the fifth period. Their content is adapted to the needs and interest of attendees (particular Croatian language study areas are targeted), with attendees opting for the additional classes based on their personal desire or a teacher's recommendation. The program is held in the the student campus “Cvjetno naselje”.
5 academic hours a day/each session 45 min. 25 academic hours a week (M-F) /4 weeks 110 academic hours/exams included · additional lectures possible
Please be aware that our School’s study trips to Croatian Hinterland and the National Park Plitvice Lakes also include Croatian language and culture teaching and learning. As such they make a part of the regular teaching units.
Levels At the University School of Croatian Language and Culture the level of proficiency is divided into three levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced. Each level is further divided into three levels (beginner: B1, B2, B3; intermediate: I1, I2, I3; and advanced: A1, A2, A3). These nine levels have sublevels, which provide for differentiation based on the type of language proficiency (for example: B1.1, B1.2). The advantage of this kind of elaborated gradation is the visibility of progress in the mastery of the Croatian language, and the possibility of linking to common systems (including the Council of Europe's European reference framework, 2001). The use of the European language map (with levels A1 thru C2) is recommended for students. Classes are adapted to the proficiency and interest of the attendees so that the approach to teaching for true beginners differs from the approach to attendees with linguistic interests (such as students of Slavic language studies). Since classes are held in small groups (maximum of 12 students per group), the number of the groups depends of the total number of students and their knowledge of Croatian. Note: Depending on the number of participants and their knowledge, it is possible to organise classes in more groups of the same sublevel. Hence, the number of groups does not necessarily have to be equal to the number of levels.
Classification of students After submitting an application and paying a deposit for the University School, attendees will receive a questionnaire, a short Croatian language entry exam and an essay topic by e-mail. Completed questionnaires and tests are to be returned at the latest by 19 May 2009. An attendee's level of proficiency will be determined on the basis of the entry examination, the short essay and an interview with teachers. The interview will be held during the first meeting on Saturday, 27 June 2009, in the afternoon.
Students' obligations The attendees are expected to carry out all classroom obligations (regular attendance of classes, completion of homework, completing project assignments) and the procurement of books and reference books based on the recommendation of the teacher. A final Croatian language exam is written at the end of the academic program. The final exam consists of two parts: a written and an oral section. The written section is made up of communication questions, grammar and an essay on an assigned topic, while the oral section has a prepared speech and an interview with an examination commission. The written exam shall be held on Thursday, 23 July, and the oral exam on Friday, 24 July 2009. Attendees who pass the exam will receive a diploma from the University School of Croatian Language and Culture, a report card with grades and confirmation of 8 ECTS points. Both documents are bilingual, in Croatian and English. The diplomas will be awarded on the evening of Friday, 24 July 2009. Attendees who do not pass both parts of the Croatian language examination will receive only a confirmation of participation.
CULTURAL PROGRAM All academic lectures and study visits on Croatian culture & history make a part of the program organised by the Croatian Heritage Foundation.
The program includes:
1. Croatian Culture & History in the European & Global Context
2. Guided study visits to museums, art galleries, cultural institutions, concerts, theatre & theatre performances and meetings with outstanding Croatian artists
3. Study trips to Croatian Hinterland and Plitvice Lakes (both cover teaching & learning of Croatian language and culture - obligatory for all students)
Participants who want to receive a grade on Croatian culture, sit for the exam. Successful students have their grades included in the certificate of the University of Zagreb. Attendees receive 1 ECTS point for the exam on Croatian culture.
Included: registration, orientation, study trips to HRVATSKO ZAGORJE (lunches included) & PLITVICE LAKES (lunches not included), tickets & academic guidance (museums, galleries, theatre performances, concerts, ethno-show), academic lectures/field trips/Croatian Culture and History in European and Global Context, introduction to various cultural and scientific institutions, farewell dinner
3. Accommodation at the student campus “Cvjetno naselje” Rooms with 2 single beds – 4 € per day per person Every room includes a bathroom which is shared with another room, that is, every bathroom is for 4 people. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is available in the student cafeteria within the student campus. The student campus “Cvjetno naselje” is also where lectures/classes will be held. The student campus is seven tram stops from the center of town (The main square). Attention:The total cost of your stay at the campus should be covered in cash upon arrival. Payment should be made in Croatian currency (kuna) according to the exchange rate valid on the day that the payment is due. It is to be handed to the responsible campus dept.
REGISTRATION 1. All applications should be received by the Croatian Heritage Foundation no later than May 19, 2009, along with a 250 deposit (bank-cheque) which will be partially refunded in case of cancellation before June 12, 2009. The cheque, covering registration and the cultural study program, is to be addressed to:
Hrvatska matica iseljenika/Croatian Heritage Foundation, Trg S. Radića 3, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia, Fax: ++ 385 1 61 11 522, E-mail: lada@matis.hr
If it is more convenient, you can send your deposit via bank. In that case, please forward it to the following bank:
Privredna banka Zagreb Račkoga 6 (za Hrvatsku maticu iseljenika) 10000 Zagreb Croatia bank-account number HMI/CHF: 702000-VAL-9100000-132344-273 SWIFT CODE: PBZGHR2X IBAN: HR06 2340 0091 5102 9671 7 2. Academic Fees (720 €) should be covered by cheque addressed to the University of Zagreb and sent directly to the University of Zagreb, Trg m. Tita 14, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia. This bank-cheque is to be received by the University of Zagreb no later than two weeks before your coming to Zagreb. If it is more convenient, you can send it via bank. In that case, your payment should be forwarded to the following bank:
Privredna banka Zagreb Račkoga 6 (za Rektorat Sveučilišta u Zagrebu) 10000 Zagreb Croatia
University of Zagreb/bank account number: 91 000 00 702000-val-70000885 SWIFT CODE: PBZGHR2X IBAN: HR34 2340 0091 5102 9718 3
3. Accommodation at the student campus “Cvjetno naselje” Attention: Payment in full is to be paid immediately upon arrival at the student campus in cash in Croatian currency (kuna) using the exchange rate valid on the day of payment.
Attention: Students 17 years age and older can apply. If less than 20 students register, organisers reserve the right to cancellation of the program in which case the total payment is refunded.
Important dates
All applications & deposits are to be received by the CHF (HMI) no later than May 19, 2009 Submission deadline for the questionnaire and completed Croatian language entry exam no later than May 19, 2009 Other important dates: First meeting and interview with teachers - June 27, 2009 Official opening of the school at University of Zagreb - June 29, 2009 Croatian Culture & History exam – Final written exam (Croatian language) - July 23, 2009 Final oral exam (Croatian language) + distribution of diplomas - July 24, 2009
For further information, please contact:
HRVATSKA MATICA ISELJENIKA CROATIAN HERITAGE FOUNDATION
Dept. of Education, Science and Sport E-mail: lada@matis.hr
Trg S. Radića 3 10000 Zagreb CROATIA tel.: (+385 1) 611-5116 fax.: (+385 1) 611-1522 www.matis.hr
or
THE UNIVERSITY OF ZAGREB
The University School of Croatian Language and Culture E-mail: croatianlang@unizg.hr
Trg maršala Tita 14 10000 Zagreb CROATIA tel: (+385 1) 469 81 03 fax: (+385 1) 483 06 02 ili (+385 1) 469 81 32 www.unizg.hr
